identically

Thân thiện

The twins are dressed identically for the family photo.

Definition

Adverb 1. In exactly the same way; with complete sameness. It describes an action performed or a state existing in a manner that is indistinguishable from another.

Usage

The adverb "identically" is used to emphasize that two or more things are the same in every detail or that actions are performed in the exact same manner. It often modifies verbs like "behave," "dress," "react," or "configure."

Examples

• The twins often dress identically, making it hard to tell them apart.
• All servers in the cluster are configured identically to ensure consistent performance.
• When asked the same question, the witnesses responded identically.
• The two equations, though written differently, are identically equal.

Advanced Usage

• In mathematics and logic: Used to state that two expressions are equal for all values of their variables. It signifies a fundamental equivalence, not a conditional one.
  • The equation (x+1)² = x² + 2x + 1 holds identically for all real numbers x.

Variants and Related Words

• Identical (adjective): Being exactly the same; alike in every way.
  • They have identical fingerprints.
• Identity (noun): The fact of being who or what a person or thing is; the quality or condition of being the same.
  • The identity of the suspect was confirmed.

Synonyms

• Equally
• Exactly alike
• Indistinguishably
• Uniformly

Antonyms

• Differently
• Unequally
• Distinctly

Học thuật

Adverb

1. with complete identity; in an identical manner
   • he is fitted with an identically similar one